Genetic Counselor Assistant

About the role

The Division of Pediatric Medical Genetics has an immediate opening for a Genetic Counselor Assistant (GCA) in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Utah Spencer F. Eccles School of Medicine. This position is part of the patient through-put team and supports the various providers in Medical Genetics, including geneticists, genetic counselors, and other clinicians with administrative functions, including triaging and prepping incoming cases for geneticist and genetic counselor review. The position will include patient-facing time, including consenting for genetic testing and obtaining samples (cheek swabs) for these tests.

Responsibilities

• Reviews referrals and triages patients for appropriateness of genetic services
• Obtains and abstracts medical records for clinical appointments
• Assists with patient chart reviews and case preparation for genetic counselors and other clinicians, as directed
• Obtains informed consent for genetic testing
• Assists in coordinating genetic testing for family members, including both diagnostic and research-related genetic testing
• Obtains patient samples, including cheek swabs, for genetic testing
• Coordinates and researches insurance coverage and authorization requirements for genetic testing
• Enters patient visit and genetic testing data into the patient tracking database
• Assists in preparing letters of medical necessity under the guidance of a genetic counselor
• Provides patients and families with updates regarding insurance authorizations, coverage decisions, and status of testing
• Assists with appointment scheduling and responds to phone inquiries related to genetic services
• Assists in preparing and distributing patient follow-up correspondence regarding genetic testing results
• Composes and prepares correspondence, newsletters, presentations, and other program materials as needed
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Program Assistant, I: Requires little to no related experience. Entry-Level position in the Support track.

Program Assistant, II: Requires at least 1 year of related experience. Intermediate Level position in the Support track.

Equivalency Statement: 1 year of higher education can be substituted for 1 year of directly related work experience (example: bachelor's degree = 4 years of directly related work experience).

Pay

• Program Assistant, I: $16.12 to $20.29
• Program Assistant, II: $17.33 to $21.81

Final placement, including the associated pay rate, will be determined based on business needs and budget considerations.

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Hours may vary based on operational needs. Opportunities for a hybrid telework schedule may be considered after the initial training period, provided the arrangement is supported by operational needs and individual performance. Telework arrangements are not guaranteed and may be modified or discontinued at any time based on business requirements or performance. Employees approved for hybrid telework must provide their own private workspace, secure internet connection, and demonstrate the ability to work independently.

Benefits

• Excellent health care coverage at affordable rates
• 14.2% retirement contributions
• Generous paid leave time
• 11 paid Holidays per year
• 50% tuition reduction for employees, spouses, and dependent children
• Flex spending accounts
• University provided basic employee life insurance coverage equal to a salary of up to $25,000
• Variety of elective insurance coverage, including life insurance, short and long-term disability, accidental death & dismemberment, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and pet
• Free transit on most UTA services
• Employee discounts on a variety of products and services, including cell phones & plans, entertainment, health and fitness, restaurants, retail, and travel
• Professional development opportunities

Employee Health Requirements

This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated vaccination requirements, or be approved for an exemption, prior to the first day of work. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.